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With a post on social media, the producer of the Famagusta series, Andreas Georgiou, responded to the announcement by the Supreme Radio and Television Council of Turkey that he agreed with Netflix not to show the series in any other country than Greece.
“Stelia, Isla and Adriana! My two nieces, Stelia and Adriana, and my childhood friend’s daughter, Isla, are all Cypriots! Isla is Turkish Cypriot and my nieces Greek Cypriot. We raise them and teach them to love each other. This is also the message of the Famagusta series, created by people who love humanity. Every person has the right to live and love freely… without borders and restrictions! Free!”, Andreas Georgiou wrote in his post.
In detail, the Turkish side announced that “Famagusta” will only be shown in Greece “the production in question will be included in the Netflix catalog only in the country where it was previously broadcast (Greece) and will not be included in the catalog of Turkey or any other country”.
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What controversies surround the Netflix series “Famagusta” and its impact on Turkey-Greece relations?
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Netflix’s “Famagusta” Series Sparks Controversy Between Turkey and Greece
The upcoming Netflix series “Famagusta” has become a point of contention between Turkey and Greece, with the Turkish government lobbying Netflix to confine the series to Greece and prevent its broadcast in other countries [[3]]. The series, a Greek and Cypriot co-production, deals with Turkey’s invasion of Cyprus in 1974.
The Turkish American community has also voiced strong objections to the series, criticizing its release on Netflix [[1]]. In response, the Turkish government has taken steps to prevent the series from being broadcast outside of Greece. According to the Supreme Radio and Television Council of Turkey, “Famagusta” will only be included in the Netflix catalog in Greece, where it was previously broadcast, and will not be included in the catalog of Turkey or any other country.
The producer of the series, Andreas Georgiou, responded to the announcement on social media, emphasizing the message of love and humanity that the series promotes. Georgiou shared a personal story about his nieces, who are Greek Cypriot, and his childhood friend’s daughter, who is Turkish Cypriot, and how they are raised to love and respect each other despite their differences.
The controversy surrounding “Famagusta” has sparked a wider debate between Turkey and Greece, with high-ranking officials from both countries weighing in on the issue [[2]]. The dispute highlights the ongoing tensions between the two nations, which have a complex and sensitive history.
In the face of Turkish pressure, Netflix has agreed to limit the broadcast of “Famagusta” to Greece, a move that has been met with criticism from some quarters. The incident raises questions about censorship and the power of governments to shape the narrative on sensitive issues.
As the controversy surrounding “Famagusta” continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the incident will impact the relationship between Turkey and Greece, as well as the broader implications for freedom of expression and cultural exchange.
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Netflix’s “Famagusta” Series Sparks Controversy Between Turkey and Greece
The upcoming Netflix series “Famagusta” has become a point of contention between Turkey and Greece, with the Turkish government lobbying Netflix to confine the series to Greece and prevent its broadcast in other countries [[3]]. The series, a Greek and Cypriot co-production, deals with Turkey’s invasion of Cyprus in 1974.
Turkish Objections
The Turkish American community has also voiced strong objections to the series, criticizing its release on Netflix [[1]]. In response, the Turkish government has taken steps to prevent the series from being broadcast outside of Greece. According to the Supreme Radio and Television Council of Turkey, “Famagusta” will only be included in the Netflix catalog in Greece, where it was previously broadcast, and will not be included in the catalog of Turkey or any other country.
Producer’s Response
The producer of the series, Andreas Georgiou, responded to the announcement on social media, emphasizing the message of love and humanity that the series promotes. Georgiou shared a personal story about his nieces, who are Greek Cypriot, and his childhood friend’s daughter, who is Turkish Cypriot, and how they are raised to love and respect each other despite their differences.
Wider Debate
The controversy surrounding “Famagusta” has sparked a wider debate between Turkey and Greece, with high-ranking officials from both countries weighing in on the issue [[2]]. The dispute highlights the ongoing tensions between the two nations, which have a complex and sensitive history.
Censorship Concerns
In the face of Turkish pressure, Netflix has agreed to limit the broadcast of “Famagusta” to Greece, a move that has been met with criticism from some quarters. The incident raises questions about censorship and the power of governments to shape the narrative on sensitive issues.
Background
The series “Famagusta” is
